Shimli - Ramnagar, Nainital
Shimli is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Bhalon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimli is 055412. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.32 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shimli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shimli
According to the 2011 Census, Shimli village had a total population of 104 people, including 54 males and 50 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 62.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Shimli
Shimli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shimli
Shimli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Shimli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shimli is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shimli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shimli
Where is Shimli located?
Shimli village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimli is Bhalon.
What is the pincode of Shimli?
The pincode of Shimli is 244715.
What is the population of Shimli?
Shimli had a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Shimli?
Shimli had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimli was 78.16%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 62.79%.